The Most Hilarious Complaints We've Heard About Double Pushchair Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around with a light double pushchair, particularly if you have children with different ages. They are generally easy to fold, steer, and transport up and down stairs.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom, adjustable reclining and huge UPF 50+ canopies with peekaboo windows. It also has an expanding frame width to accommodate a second car seat or a second passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of the light double pushchairs we tried were side-by-side models. These are the best for children who can stand up without assistance, as they aren't as likely to have compatibility with car seats. However they do have a few advantages. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both great options that provide recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a huge canopy and padded 5-point harnesses. They are also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprint. They are great for parents who are worried about fitting through doors.


The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its clever frame that expands widthways to add a second seat, which makes it lighter than most other side-by-side pushchairs available. This means it fits through standard doors and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It also doubles as a jogger which is great if you want to use it with baby carriers or a car seat. It's available in a range of fun colors.

Another fantastic side-by-side light double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which offers even more flexibility and customization thanks to its modular frame. The clever design allows you to transform it into an individual or double buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It's an outstandingly practical choice for growing families, and the UPPAbaby also makes one of the lightest and stylish umbrella strollers on the market.

Try the egg2 which folds down to the size and weight of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a single or double by adding two carrycots or baby car seats. Our home testers were impressed with how easy it was to move even with a full load of children.

Although they're light double pushchairs that sit side-by-side do not guarantee safety. If your children are of the same age and stage, they may be fighting over who gets to sit in which spot. If they're different heights it could be that a tandem design might be better for them, as it allows them to face each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models are better suitable for siblings of the same age, tandem lightweight double strollers have their own charms. They can take a bigger car seat, and some come with seats that can be reversible or a carrycot in the middle. They are larger and are easier to get in and out of. However, their baskets tend to be smaller than those on buggies that are single. They also have larger big canopies with windows that peek out and a parent cup holder and padded leg cushions for young children.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a lightweight and affordable tandem. Its fabrics feel a little less expensive than our other top-rated doubles, but it still looks and feels great and is easy to use. Its one-handed folding is impressive. Although it takes some time to master, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". It's not possible to fold it with the carrycot attached, but the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is easy and quick.

Tandem strollers are light and lightweight. They generally have a more precise turning compared to side-by-side models. However, they may be more difficult to drive on uneven surfaces and curbs. They may also be a little slower to speed up and may be heavier to move, which could cause strain on your back.

A convertible double buggy is another alternative. It is initially a single however, you can add adapters to make it double. This can include an additional seat or carrycot in front or the kids can be seated side-by-side. Some can also consider including a buggyboard, which assists an older child to keep up with younger siblings or brothers.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a great example of a convertible as it can also convert into a twin pram by the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that provide a flat space for infants. They can be swiveled together or placed side-by-side. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair if it is compatible. These buggies for dual-use are made from high-quality materials and can be used for a long time without showing any wear. This means they have an excellent resale value.

Single-to-Double

Ideal for families who love to be outdoors and are looking to upgrade from a single stroller, this light double buggy transforms into a jogger thanks to an impressive kit that comes with air-filled tyres and all-wheel suspension. It can also withstand rough terrain well and, as a tandem triple is ideal for twins or children of various age groups. It's also a great choice for parents who want an elegant design that's just as elegant as a single and comes in a variety of fabrics.

This iCandy model is incredibly easy to fold using a single-handed system. Although it's heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs featured in this review, our home tester Karolina claimed that it feels very maneuverable - even when she had two toddlers and a carrycot in it.

The seat can be used as a parent-facing and you can purchase accessories for this stroller, such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for newborns. Our test panel found that the seats to be comfortable for toddlers, with excellent headrests and lumbar support. And there are a variety of options for reclining in the front, with the seat being adjustable to different positions, and the rear seat having the option of recline.

This kind of buggy has the greatest disadvantage of being wider than the side-by-side doubles. This makes it difficult to navigate through doorways and it can be difficult to get between kerbs. The suspension and wheels of these types of strollers are generally able to cope with surfaces that are paved. They're also lighter than many side-by-sides which means you can have plenty of storage. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver through supermarkets with narrow aisles, and they might struggle to carry loads. Even though it's easier to turn the stroller on a narrow curved path, this can be a challenge. Some are more easy to turn than other, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are ideal because they are able to be adapted to the changing requirements of the family. They often start out as single buggies, and come with adapters to add the second seat, carrycot or (in certain instances) an automobile seat to the frame. Some are able to be converted to a single when your child reaches the age of walk or chooses to ride buggyboards.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller can be described as one of the lightest on our list. It can support up to 40lbs per child, and includes an integrated storage basket between the seats. The spacious canopy with peekaboo window, multi-position reclining chairs and front and back suspension for smoother riding on rough terrain were appreciated by home testers. It also has a convenient cup holder for the parent and a large, easy-to access basket. However, they noticed that the backs of the seats have pockets that aren't large enough to accommodate anything more than a cell phone and keys.

This lightweight, high-end side-by-side is available in more than 20 configurations. It also includes a second chair and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions that smooth rough terrain, a compact fold that can be folded up with straps for easy transport and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks and 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions to ensure an easier ride. The only downside is that you'll have to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.

This multi-functional tandem is a top pick among our home testers for its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket, which is accessible with both seats in the parent-facing position. Full Record is easy to maneuver thanks to its light weight (about the weight of a few single pushchairs). Many users praise the clever way it attaches the second seat or riding board in the back. Parents also admired that it accommodates infant carriers and car seats from various brands. This includes a few that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.